Glenwood Heights Guidebook
City/town information
Woodland Park is a small city full of fun things to explore. Check out some of our local eateries, go to the dinosaur museum, visit Memorial Park or go for a hike. A wide variety of activities are available with in 15 minutes from the house!
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Woodland Park
Woodland Park is a small city full of fun things to explore. Check out some of our local eateries, go to the dinosaur museum, visit Memorial Park or go for a hike. A wide variety of activities are available with in 15 minutes from the house!
Manitou Springs is about 20 minutes away, it's a unique little mountain town with plenty of places to eat and things to see. We love going there to try the naturally carbonated water which comes out from underground springs.
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Manitou Springs
Manitou Springs is about 20 minutes away, it's a unique little mountain town with plenty of places to eat and things to see. We love going there to try the naturally carbonated water which comes out from underground springs.
Small mountain town 30 Minutes away from our house. You will get gorgeous views of Pikes Peak and other mountains on the way there.
The historic City of Cripple Creek is the Statutory City that is the county seat of Teller County, Colorado, United States. The city population was 1,155 at the 2020 United States Census. Cripple Creek is a former gold mining camp located 20 miles southwest of Colorado Springs near the base of Pikes Peak.
Visits to the Cripple Creek Heritage Center, the Cripple Creek District Museum or the Old Homestead House Museum are also worthwhile ventures into the town's colorful past. There's additionally a Historical Trolley Tour of Gold Camp for an excellent overview of the town's historic sites.
The Cripple Creek Historic District is designated as a National Historic Landmark by the National Park Service. Today’s visitors can experience the rich Cripple Creek history through its unique shops, attractions and museums.
Elevation: 9,494′
Founded: June 9, 1892
Area: 1.522 mi²
Population: 975 (2020)
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Cripple Creek
Small mountain town 30 Minutes away from our house. You will get gorgeous views of Pikes Peak and other mountains on the way there.
The historic City of Cripple Creek is the Statutory City that is the county seat of Teller County, Colorado, United States. The city population was 1,155 at the 2020 United States Census. Cripple Creek is a former gold mining camp located 20 miles southwest of Colorado Springs near the base of Pikes Peak.
Visits to the Cripple Creek Heritage Center, the Cripple Creek District Museum or the Old Homestead House Museum are also worthwhile ventures into the town's colorful past. There's additionally a Historical Trolley Tour of Gold Camp for an excellent overview of the town's historic sites.
The Cripple Creek Historic District is designated as a National Historic Landmark by the National Park Service. Today’s visitors can experience the rich Cripple Creek history through its unique shops, attractions and museums.
Elevation: 9,494′
Founded: June 9, 1892
Area: 1.522 mi²
Population: 975 (2020)
Food scene
CAFE LEO
320 W Midland AveGreat place for coffee and food!
Nice steakhouse restaurant if you are wanting to have an upscale diner.
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Swiss Chalet Restaurant
19263 US-24Nice steakhouse restaurant if you are wanting to have an upscale diner.
Great American menu includes lunch, dinner, brunch, and dessert. This restaurant offers flavorful food served in an authentic setting and is a great place to visit. Take a stroll around the lake after your meal.
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Mucky Duck Restaurant & Catering
10530 Ute Pass AveGreat American menu includes lunch, dinner, brunch, and dessert. This restaurant offers flavorful food served in an authentic setting and is a great place to visit. Take a stroll around the lake after your meal.
Enjoy great Mexican food in the heart of Woodland Park.
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Fiesta Mexicana Restaurant Woodland Park #1
420 W Midland AveEnjoy great Mexican food in the heart of Woodland Park.
High quality organic espresso and coffee beverages.
Also other (gluten-free and vegan pastry options) a
selection of croissants, breakfast sandwiches, and
pastries.
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The Coffee Cottage
757 Gold Hill Pl SHigh quality organic espresso and coffee beverages.
Also other (gluten-free and vegan pastry options) a
selection of croissants, breakfast sandwiches, and
pastries.
Sightseeing
Great views of awesome rock formations in a middle of a forest, minutes away from Woodland Park. You will be able to take a great little hike through the forest here.
Red Rocks View
Red Rocks ViewGreat views of awesome rock formations in a middle of a forest, minutes away from Woodland Park. You will be able to take a great little hike through the forest here.
Awesome place to visit in Colorado Springs, the grounds are gorgeous and the castle is a must see! Reach out to them on their website to schedule a castle tour.
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Glen Eyrie Castle
3820 N 30th StAwesome place to visit in Colorado Springs, the grounds are gorgeous and the castle is a must see! Reach out to them on their website to schedule a castle tour.
Come and check out some amazing rock formations and enjoy views of the mountains and the city.
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Garden of the Gods Club and Resort
3320 Mesa RdCome and check out some amazing rock formations and enjoy views of the mountains and the city.
Definitely check out Pikes Peak mountain while you are in the area! The drive to the peak is breathtakingly beautiful. The views from the top can't be adequately described in words. It's only worth going when the weather is good and it's not raining at the peak. Bring a warm coat with you, it's cold at the top.
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Pikes Peak - America's Mountain
5089 Pikes Peak HwyDefinitely check out Pikes Peak mountain while you are in the area! The drive to the peak is breathtakingly beautiful. The views from the top can't be adequately described in words. It's only worth going when the weather is good and it's not raining at the peak. Bring a warm coat with you, it's cold at the top.
If it's too hot outside you can always cool off during a cave tour! Cave of the Winds is a cave in the Pikes Peak region of Colorado. It is located just west of Colorado Springs on U.S. Highway 24, near the Manitou Cliff Dwellings. Tours of the complex of caves are given daily. the cave tours are well priced. There is more than just the amazing cave tour. There are hours and hours of family activities for a great all-day price available in this area. Cave of the Winds is definitely worth going to!
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Cave of the Winds Mountain Park
100 Cave of the Winds RdIf it's too hot outside you can always cool off during a cave tour! Cave of the Winds is a cave in the Pikes Peak region of Colorado. It is located just west of Colorado Springs on U.S. Highway 24, near the Manitou Cliff Dwellings. Tours of the complex of caves are given daily. the cave tours are well priced. There is more than just the amazing cave tour. There are hours and hours of family activities for a great all-day price available in this area. Cave of the Winds is definitely worth going to!
Hiking
Do you want to go for a hike? You don't need to travel far, this trailhead begins right in Woodland Park!
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Lovell Gulch Trailhead
2400 Rampart Range RdDo you want to go for a hike? You don't need to travel far, this trailhead begins right in Woodland Park!
The area is located 4.2 miles east of Woodland Park on Rampart Range Road, FDR 300. Campground is open. Motorized boating will be allowed beginning 05/22. Motorized boat inspections and launching Thursdays-Sundays. The Reservoir is stocked with fish by the Colorado Division of Wildlfe. A valid Colorado fishing license is required as well as following the State of Colorado fishing regulations. Rampart Range Recreation Area (RRRA) is a unique setting for off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts to enjoy a variety of riding experiences. From the novice to the expert riders, ATV or motorcycle, the Rampart has something for everyone. There are 45 dispersed campsites available at RRRA.
Rampart Reservoir
306 Forest RoadThe area is located 4.2 miles east of Woodland Park on Rampart Range Road, FDR 300. Campground is open. Motorized boating will be allowed beginning 05/22. Motorized boat inspections and launching Thursdays-Sundays. The Reservoir is stocked with fish by the Colorado Division of Wildlfe. A valid Colorado fishing license is required as well as following the State of Colorado fishing regulations. Rampart Range Recreation Area (RRRA) is a unique setting for off-highway vehicle (OHV) enthusiasts to enjoy a variety of riding experiences. From the novice to the expert riders, ATV or motorcycle, the Rampart has something for everyone. There are 45 dispersed campsites available at RRRA.
Fishing
Lake George
Lake George is an unincorporated community also know for its world class trout fishing. It's a 25 minute drive from Woodland Park and the elevation is 7,992'
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Lake George
Lake George
Lake George is an unincorporated community also know for its world class trout fishing. It's a 25 minute drive from Woodland Park and the elevation is 7,992'
Deckers is small-town Colorado, consisting of a general store, a fly shop and a few rooms for rent. Visitors to this community are likely to hear the phrase “What's biting?” Fish and fishing are big here.
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Deckers
Deckers is small-town Colorado, consisting of a general store, a fly shop and a few rooms for rent. Visitors to this community are likely to hear the phrase “What's biting?” Fish and fishing are big here.
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Kretanje gradom
You will need your own vehicle to get around.
Bring a mountain bike and hit some trails while you are here!
Običaji i kultura
Don't feed the wildlife
It's both dangerous for the wildlife to eat human food and it's illegal to feed wild animals.
Što ne smijete propustiti
Don't start fires
Colorado is very dry, fires spread quickly in our windy conditions. For most of the year we are under a fire ban so outside fires are not permitted.
Što ne smijete propustiti
TRAILS
Download the 'All Trails App' to find the closest trails and see locations and ratings.
Here are a few favorites:
WOODLAND PARK:
LOVELL GULCH TRAILHEAD, CATAMOUNT RECREATION AREA, RAMPART RESERVIOR TRAIL, RED ROCKS, PAINTED ROCKS, ELK PARK TRAILHEAD, RANDOW GULCH TRAILHEAD, MEMORIAL PARK
Colorado Springs:
Red Rock Canyon Open Space, Stratton Open Space, Blodgett Peak Open Space, Austin Bluffs Open Space
Što možete rezervirati prije odlaska na putovanje
Drink plenty of water to prevent altitude sickness
ALTITUDE SICKNESS
If you think you have altitude sickness:
• stop and rest where you are
• make sure you're drinking enough water
• avoid alcohol
• don't smoke
• avoid exercise
After 2-3 days, your body should adjust to the altitude and your symptoms should lessen.
See a doctor if your symptoms don't improve or get worse